1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1971 Ford GT 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | GT 40 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 36 L |
